If we ever take names of legendary singers of the Punjabi industry then Sidhu Moose Wala will always top the list and will always be remembered because the place he has made in the hearts of millions of people can never be replaced. He is a star who has gone very soon leaving everything and everyone behind in shock. It’s been one year since the death of Sidhu Moose Wala and today is his death anniversary.
He is the singer whose legacy is still maintained and even death has not stopped him from shining as following are the proofs that he is still living and will forever be living between everyone.
Songs Released
Legends never die and Sidhu has proved it perfectly as his death has not stopped his legacy. His family and fans are not leaving any chance in maintaining his stardom as his posthumous tracks are making noises in the industry. Sidhu’s parents have released his 3 unreleased tracks after his death which made his fans go gaga over them.
His first track was SYL which got released within a few weeks of his death but got banned by the government in less than 3 days. It broke records by gaining 27 millions of views and 3.3 millions likes before its removal because it was based on Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal issue.
The second track released was ‘Vaar’ based on the valour of Hari Singh Nalwa, the commander in chief of Khalsa army during the regime of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. The song was released on the account of the 553rd birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and got millions of views in just 20 minutes.
The third song released was titled as ‘Mera Na’ which received 2.5 millions of views in just 1 hour of its release. It was based on his popularity and his name ruling all over the world. It was made in collaboration with Steel Banglez and international rapper Burna Boy
Tributes By Celebrities
The craze of Sidhu Moose Wala was not only limited to Punjab, he was, is and will always be a global icon. He is loved by his family, friends, and fans. Even the Bollywood and International artists loved Sidhu a lot. After Sidhu’s demise several artists including Karan Aujla, Diljit Dosanjh, Gippy Grewal, Ranveer Singh, Kapil Sharma, Canadian rapper Drake and many many more paid tribute to the late legendary singer in some way or the other.
Karan Aujla even made a track ‘Maa Boldi Aa' in tribute to Sidhu Moose Wala which was then leaked. The song made everyone cry with its lyrics as Karan mentioned the condition of Sidhu’s mother and father who raised him with love and the father who carried him on shoulders while playing has now carried his dead body on the same shoulders. Karan talked about many things of Sidhu’s life, his entrance to politics, and each and every circumstance which were related to his murder.
Wax Statue
A 6.5 tall wax statue of late singer Sidhu Moosewala was unveiled at his native village in Punjab's Mansa district on 17 July 2022 which was taken to the installation spot, located within the singer’s fields, on his favourite tractor 5911.
Another statue of Sidhu was installed during his first death anniversary meet at Grain market in Mansa district where his parents Balkaur Singh and Charan Kaur address their son's supporters who gathered in the meet.
Virtual World Tour & Library
It was Sidhu’s dream to have a world tour which his death made impossible for him but how can someone's parents let their child's dream go like this. Sidhu’s parents are leaving no stone unturned in making his dream come true even after his death. Sidhu’s father revealed about planning a Hologram version of Sidhu which is in the making and will make it possible in creating live shows as Tupac have.
After Sidhu’s father, KOOPVerse, the metaverse ecosystem, announced the first-of-its-kind metaverse tribute on-stage event in the memory of Sidhu Moose Wala. Bookings were also opened for the show which they scheduled to go on 29 May 2023. But Sidhu’s parent’s denied that they have not granted any permission after which they apologised for the same. But they said that they will surely do such an event in future as they are trying their best in granting permission.
Sidhu’s father Balkur Singh is also making a library in the memory of Sidhu. The construction of the library was also started earlier this year and talked about the benefits of library and books and how they help someone gain knowledge. He also appealed to the youth to take benefit from it.
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Upcoming Songs
As we all know, Sidhu’s 3 posthumous tracks have been released and there are more in the line for which fans are eagerly waiting for. His parents also want to release as many songs as they can in order to maintain his legacy forever.
Talking about his upcoming songs which have already been announced, first is ‘Jandi Vaar’ which is facing a lot of controversies from the start. Merchant brothers wanted to release this song but Sidhu’s mother filed a petition and urged the court to direct the company, music producer and directors not to release the song without her consent. Still there is no update related to the song but everyone’s eyes are on it as they want to listen to Sidhu as soon as possible.
Pakistani singer Bilal Saeed also revealed and confirmed in one of his live concerts about an upcoming song in collaboration with Sidhu Moose Wala. He said that they had recorded a song before Sidhu’s demise but the song did not see the daylight, he is now thinking of releasing it in future.
Last year the singer Divine also unveiled in one of his live concerts in Mumbai about his collaboration with Sidhu for song titles ‘Chorni’ which has been sung by Sidhu Moose Wala.
Billboard
Sidhu’s posthumous track ‘Mera Na’ has been making noises from the day of its release and shining on the Billboard. The song was released on 7 April 2023 and was featured on number twelve on the Billboard’s Hot trending songs Chart powered by Twitter in the week of release. The song was created in collaboration of Sidhu Moose Wala with International rapper Burna Boy and Steel Banglez.
Not only this, Mera Na also managed to rank 14th On Billboard Canadian Hot 100 Charts by receiving immense love and support since its release.
Sidhu was, is, and will always remain a legend, no matter how many years passes on and he will always be remembered for all the good works he has done by making everyone feel proud of him.
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